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$205,816$125 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

1539 ROBERTS AVE

WHITING, IN 46394
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,648 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,075 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1893
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$206K
$188K low$224K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$205,816
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$164,653

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,688 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$210,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$188,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$191,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$210,400

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLAKE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Alley

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Benjamin Franklin Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.1 mi
M
Henry W. Eggers Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.4 mi
H
Hammond Central High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Hammond School City

Neighborhood · ZIP 46394These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,726
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,298 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,195
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,981
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1539 Roberts Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Lake County
  • Among the oldest homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Whiting 46394

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$103K$420K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Whiting 46394.

How it measures up in Whiting 46394

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whiting 46394.

Estimated value$205,816
CheaperTypical $193,054Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$125
CheaperTypical $135Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,648 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size3,075 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1893
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 1539 Roberts Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhiting 46394Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$205,81659% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12540% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,648 ft²52% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,075 ft²7% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than18932% of homesalmost no homes

About 1539 Roberts Ave

How much is 1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN is $205,816 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $187,662 to $223,970. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN last sell?

1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN?

1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,648 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN built?

1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN was built in 1893, making it 133 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN?

1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN is assigned to Benjamin Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Henry W. Eggers Middle School (middle), rated C; Hammond Central High School (high), rated D. All sit in Hammond School City. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN compare to other homes in Whiting 46394?

Among the 3,641 homes in Whiting 46394, it is worth more than 59% of them ($205,816 against a typical $193,054), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($125 against a typical $135), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,648 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (3,075 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1893 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 38% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1539 Roberts Ave, Whiting, IN was $1,688. The county assessed it at $210,400.

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